Table 8 Summary of barriers and opportunities within theme 5: Improving the quality of mental healthcare
From: Development of mental healthcare in Cambodia: barriers and opportunities
Barriers |
 Poor quality of education at all levels, service provision and leadership |
 Lack of professionalism and ethical framework in mental healthcare |
Opportunities |
 Investment in mental health education at all levels |
 Development of professional guidelines and ethical frameworks for psychiatrists, psychologists, counsellors and social workers |
 Development of professional associations for mental health practitioners |
 Licensing and accreditation for mental health practitioners by professional body |
 Regular monitoring and evaluation of mental health services |
 Investing in clinical supervision and support for mental health professionals |